Miracle cures
Scott, Robert A.
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Miracle cures
Published
2010
Publisher
University of California Press
Pages
235
ISBN-13
9780520262751
ISBN-10
0520262751
Description
"Iconic images of medieval pilgrims, such as Chaucer's making their laborious way to Canterbury, conjure a distant time when faith was the only refuge of the ill and infirm, and thousands traveled great distances to pray for healing. Why, then, in an age of advanced biotechnology and medicine, do millions still go on pilgrimages? Why do journeys to important religious shrines, such as Lourdes, Compostela, Fátima, and Medjugorje constitute a major industry? In Miracle Cures, Robert A. Scott explores these provocative questions and finds that pilgrimage continues to offer answers for many. Its benefits can range from a demonstrable improvement in health to complete recovery. Using research in biomedical and behavioral science, Scott examines accounts of miracle cures at medieval, early modern, and contemporary shrines. He inquires into the power of relics, apparitions, and the transformative nature of sacred journeying and shines new light on the roles belief, hope, and emotion can play in healing. The result is a fresh and original approach that bridges the often separate worlds of faith and science."--Page 2 of cover.
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How many pages are in Miracle cures?
This edition of Miracle cures has approximately 235 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Miracle cures?
For most readers, Miracle cures typically takes between 4h 54m and 3h 16m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 58,750 words and common reading speeds.
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What is the word count of Miracle cures?
The estimated word count for Miracle cures is approximately 58,750 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
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Who is the author of Miracle cures?
Miracle cures was written by Scott, Robert A..
When was Miracle cures published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.